| ZIP Code | 93523 |
|---|---|
| City | Edwards |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Kern County |
| Area Code | 661/760 |
| Elevation | 2,314 ft |
| Latitude | 34.995292 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.88399 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 26.0 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 53 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 208 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 495 (24.9%) |
| Associates | 406 (20.4%) |
| Bachelors | 172 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 653 (32.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,583 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $149,400 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 101% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,194/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,626 |
| Vacant Units | 330 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,626 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 330 |
| Owner Occupied | 24.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 76.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 93523 is located in Edwards, California, within Kern County. With a population of 3,681, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 26 years. Economically, 93523 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,583 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93523 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $149,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,194 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 76.0% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 101% since 2019.
The population of 93523 is majority White (54.47%). Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93523 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 93523 in Edwards, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a young community. With 3,681 residents, a median household income of $66,583, and a median home value of $149,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.